Other FOCBS directorates

The Operations Directorate and Prosecution Directorate perform the core tasks of the FOCBS. The other directorates draw up the basic principles for these units and support them in their activities.

Digital Services

The Digital Services Directorate develops digital solutions, coordinates the digitalisation portfolio and is responsible for project management. It brings together expertise in the areas of digitalisation, IT operations, information security, data protection and innovation. The DaziT transformation programme is also part of this directorate.

Risk Analysis and Analytics

Based on forward-looking risk analyses and situation assessments, the Risk Analysis and Analytics Directorate determines which checks are to be performed by the FOCBS. It is the competence centre for data collection, processing and dissemination. It also prepares Switzerland's foreign trade statistics.

Management Staff

Strategic cross-divisional functions are attached to Management Staff. These include Compliance and Corporate Development, Legal Services, Communications, Policy Staff, and Management Support for Senior Management.

Resources

The Resources Directorate comprises Human Resources, including training at the FOCBS campus, as well as Finance, Controlling, Demand Management, Procurement and Logistics, and Real Estate.